Mosquitoes transmit several pathogens of public health importance, including malaria, dengue, chikungunya and Zika. These ...

Spending time outdoors is what summer is all about. Unfortunately, this often means having to deal with mosquitoes and the itchy welts they leave behind. Thankfully, mosquito repellent bracelets offer ...

Making your own insect repellent sounds so simple: Just whip up a mixture of apple cider vinegar or witch hazel plus a few drops of some herby essential oils—no deet required. But there aren’t a lot ...

Mosquitoes are more than just a seasonal nuisance—they can pose a serious health risk. Their numbers usually increase during the summer and monsoon seasons, making it difficult for people to sleep ...

It's summertime, and for many of us that means plenty of time outside—and, unfortunately, mosquitoes. The combination of the increase in temperature and plenty of water is ideal for these ...

There's an old joke that mosquitoes are like family: They are annoying, but they carry your blood. Mosquito season is starting to rev up across much of the United States. And that means bug bites.

CLEVELAND — Insect repellent is a great way to battle against buzzing mosquitoes in your face, itchy bites, and creepy ticks. But not all bug sprays are effective, which is why Consumer Reports put 53 ...

SEATTLE — Check out any pharmacy, sporting goods store or browse around online you’re sure to find a dizzying array of insect repellents. They all claim to thwart pesky, and sometimes dangerous, bugs ...

Immo A. Hansen receives funding from the National Institute of Health. Hailey A. Luker receives funding from the National Institute of Health. Now that summer is in full swing, mosquitoes have come ...